Lobelia tupa | Devil’s Tobacco

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DESCRIPTION
Lobelia tupa, or Devil's Tobacco, is a striking perennial native to Chile, known for its tall, spiky flower spikes that can reach up to 2 feet, adorned with vibrant red-orange tubular flowers that add bold color to the garden. Its lance-shaped, gray-green foliage adds a soft texture, while the blooms from late summer to fall provide nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. This low-maintenance plant requires occasional pruning of dead flower spikes and is a valuable addition to gardens, particularly for those looking to attract pollinators and add late-season interest.

DESCRIPTION
Lobelia tupa, or Devil's Tobacco, is a striking perennial native to Chile, known for its tall, spiky flower spikes that can reach up to 2 feet, adorned with vibrant red-orange tubular flowers that add bold color to the garden. Its lance-shaped, gray-green foliage adds a soft texture, while the blooms from late summer to fall provide nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. This low-maintenance plant requires occasional pruning of dead flower spikes and is a valuable addition to gardens, particularly for those looking to attract pollinators and add late-season interest.

 

  • Family: Campanulaceae
    Height: 4-6 feet
    Width: 2-3 feet
    Foliage Color: Gray-green
    Flower Color: Red-orange
    Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
    Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
    Water Requirements: Medium to high
    Maintenance: Low; prune dead flower spikes to encourage new growth
    Growing Zone: 7-10
    Wildlife Attractors: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; deer resistant

    This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

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